Mid-Engine C5 Lola T-70 scratch build

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03-30-2017, 10:45 PM

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Mid-engine C5 chassis

Didn't want to wait,
Found prototype mid engine C5 chassis
Used for another application. Now I have a basis
For something different!!!!!!!
Take a look jents.....

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03-31-2017, 10:33 PM

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Good luck in whatever you end up doing with it. Hope you'll document your process, both in writing and in pics.

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03-31-2017, 10:59 PM

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I have a G-50 5-speed transaxle & built LSX for it already. I'm in the process of repairing all the previous modifications the correct way & then blow it apart for blasting/paint. I'll post pic's for everyone to view for sure.
I'm going for the open top CanAm look, no engine cover,

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03-31-2017, 11:24 PM

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Freaking Awesome! First real interesting build thread I've seen on this forum. What are the specs for your built LSX? Subscribed for updates.

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03-31-2017, 11:39 PM

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factory five gtr?

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04-12-2017, 06:15 PM

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factory five gtr?

none of the above....
Im stripping the chassis down now for wheelbase shortening....
all of the roof-hoop & windshield/support structure will be removed. I'm taking 10-inches out of the wheelbase & fabricating new loop & forward structure.

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04-12-2017, 06:16 PM

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420-inch LS, just over 700HP at 6500rpm NA

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04-12-2017, 06:17 PM

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Freaking Awesome! First real interesting build thread I've seen on this forum. What are the specs for your built LSX? Subscribed for updates.

420-inch,

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04-12-2017, 06:33 PM

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Lola T-70 Mk-3B on a shortened C5 midengined chassis.....

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Didn't want to wait,
Found prototype mid engine C5 chassis
Used for another application. Now I have a basis
For something different!!!!!!!
Take a look jents.....

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04-12-2017, 06:35 PM

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Lola T-70 Mk-3B on a shortened C5 midengined chassis.....

jigging chassis for modification....& body is on the way!

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04-13-2017, 12:22 AM

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Subscribing. This is going to be cool. Good luck.

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I'm in....

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04-16-2017, 09:40 AM

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04-17-2017, 10:22 AM

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This looks to be the best thing since the 180 degree header thread.....and that was pretty awesome..

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Well played my friend...well played indeed!

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04-29-2017, 11:13 AM

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Okay,
Lots of things happening now. I have the body ready for fitting, & ive stated removing all the cab-area from the previous projects install. WARNING!!!! This is not for the faint of heart....